Safety & People-Centric Warehouse Leader

US Foods, Inc.; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. seeks a Manager, Warehouse to lead daily warehouse operations with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and employee development. You will manage personnel, ensure accurate receiving, storage, and outbound loading, and drive cost-conscious operations while upholding food-safety standards.

The role requires coaching teams, maintaining safety procedures, and coordinating with senior managers to optimize performance and labor practices. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in warehouse distribution.
• Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead with a safety mindset to ensure a safety-first warehouse culture.
• Oversee and develop warehouse associates through coaching and training.
• Direct and supervise workload to ensure efficient workflow and on-time delivery.
• Hire and develop warehouse personnel in collaboration with management.
• Ensure accurate orders, staging, loading, and preparation for shipping.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions to meet safety and productivity targets.
• Manage dock locations, FIFO storage, and inventory replenishment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

People development

Inventory control

Financial/operational data

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

US Foods, Inc. seeks a Manager, Warehouse to lead daily warehouse operations with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and employee development. You will manage personnel, ensure accurate receiving, storage, and outbound loading, and drive cost-conscious operations while upholding food-safety standards.

The role requires coaching teams, maintaining safety procedures, and coordinating with senior managers to optimize performance and labor practices. Occasional travel may be required.